One man died and three people were injured in an explosion in a block of flats.

Emergency services attended Kellie Place in Alloa in Scotland around 6pm on Sunday.

One man, who was inside the building when the explosion happened, was killed in the blast and pronounced dead at the scene.

Three others from the same block of flats were taken to Forth Valley Royal Infirmary with minor injuries.

Alloa Town Hall was opened as a respite centre for occupants of the other flats within the address while gas and electrical work is undertaken.

If they are unable to return to their homes this evening, they will be appropriately supported with alternative accommodation.

A number of road closures had been implemented by police while the multi-agency response was underway, and these are in the process of being lifted by Police Scotland.

Sergeant Neill Drummond said: "We are still working to establish the full circumstances of what happened at this property, however, we can confirm that one male has passed away."

"Our inquiries to confirm his identity and provide his next of kin with all the necessary support they may require are ongoing."

"We are grateful to the local community for their continued co-operation and support of our investigation, and we'll provide more information in due course."